Doctor Warns Against Hilot for Sports Injuries, Urges X-Rays
A Davao doctor warns that traditional hilot can worsen fractures. He urges parents to seek medical X-rays first for sports injuries to ensure proper healing and avoid surgery.
A Davao doctor warns that traditional hilot can worsen fractures. He urges parents to seek medical X-rays first for sports injuries to ensure proper healing and avoid surgery.
PAGASA warns of scattered rains and thunderstorms in Eastern Visayas and CARAGA due to easterlies, with possible flash floods. Amihan affects Luzon. Check the latest weather forecast.
As New Year revelry approaches, DOLE issues a stern reminder on pyrotechnics safety after 188 injuries were recorded last year. Discover the risks and safer alternatives for celebration.
The northeast monsoon and easterlies bring rains and strong winds across the Philippines. Batanes and Babuyan Islands face flash flood and landslide risks. Get the latest forecast.
The DOH records 7 firecracker injuries from Dec 21-23, a 75% drop from 2024. The agency urges the public to use safe noisemakers and attend community displays.
Mandaue City Health Office reports only one confirmed leptospirosis case in 2025, despite 62 suspected cases. Officials urge calm, citing normal lab processing delays.
Mandaue City Health Office reports 62 suspected leptospirosis cases but only one confirmed in 2025. Low risk attributed to no flooding. Officials urge caution during rains.
PAGASA warns of scattered rains and thunderstorms across the Philippines due to amihan and easterlies, raising risks of flash floods and landslides. Stay informed and vigilant.
PAGASA forecasts continued rains across the Philippines due to the ITCZ, easterlies, and amihan. Flash flood and landslide warnings are in effect for several regions. Stay informed.
Authorities intercepted three suspects at Caticlan Airport for using fake credit cards to book Cebu Pacific flights. Learn how to protect yourself from travel scams.
NBI-7 agents arrest four individuals for a P4 million estafa scam involving a fake land title in Mambaling, Cebu. One suspect remains at large. Public warned of holiday season fraud.
Tropical Depression Wilma is almost stationary over Eastern Samar, with landfall expected late Dec 6. TCWS No. 1 is up for many areas. Mariners are warned of rough seas.
Home Credit Philippines alerts borrowers to rising loan-to-cash scams ahead of Christmas. Scammers pose as intermediaries, leaving victims with debt. Violators face 6-8 years in prison. Stay vigilant!
Pagasa monitors Tropical Depression Wilma, now 600 km east of Northern Samar. Landfall expected over Eastern Visayas Dec 5-6, bringing prolonged rain and flood risks. Stay updated.
Actor Miguel Tanfelix reveals he was scammed of P20,000 during his 27th birthday trip to Rio de Janeiro. Get the full story and his warning to travelers.
The Philippines FDA warns against misleading ads for food and dietary supplements, stressing they are not medicines. Learn how to protect yourself from false claims.
Over 700 students and teachers in Lapu-Lapu City were exposed to knee-deep floodwater, prompting a leptospirosis health alert. Health officials are offering free prophylaxis.
Heavy rain flooded a Lapu-Lapu school, exposing 700+ students. This comes as Cebu logs 426 probable leptospirosis cases. Authorities urge immediate action amid testing delays.
Heavy rains flood Mactan elementary school, exposing 717 students. DepEd and city health officials monitor for leptospirosis, offer free prophylaxis. Read for safety details.
Cebu Province reports 426 probable leptospirosis cases and 12 deaths in November 2025. Officials debate outbreak declaration amid delayed confirmatory tests from RITM. Read the full report.
PAGASA forecasts scattered rains in Eastern Visayas, Caraga, Davao due to ITCZ. Amihan brings light rains to Batanes. Flash flood, landslide warnings issued.
FDA warns Filipinos about unregistered alcoholic beverages during holiday celebrations. Check product registration to prevent methanol poisoning and ensure safe gatherings.
Davao City Acting Mayor Sebastian Duterte delivers strong warning to drug pushers exploiting children. Read about the city's crackdown on illegal substances.
Bacolod City Council approves resolution for immediate leptospirosis prevention following typhoon flooding. Health Office urged to launch citywide campaign and disinfection.
Tropical Cyclone Verbena has left Philippine territory but continues intensifying with 110 kph winds. Gale warnings remain for Northern Luzon areas. Stay updated with PAGASA advisories.
Cebu faces 25-30% tourism decline as Thailand, Vietnam lure visitors. CCCI urges businesses to prepare for challenging 2026 economy. Learn survival strategies.
Mandaue City Health Office reports 10 suspected leptospirosis cases after Typhoon Tino. Cases await regional confirmation. Public urged to avoid floodwaters.
Four fatalities from suspected leptospirosis reported in Cebu City following typhoon-induced flooding. Health officials warn residents to avoid floodwaters and seek preventive medication.
Cebu launches massive preemptive evacuations as Tropical Depression Verbena approaches. Officials target zero casualties, learning from Typhoon Tino's devastation. Stay informed and safe.
Health officials warn about leptospirosis risks after Typhoon Tino. Learn crucial prevention methods and early symptoms to protect your family from this deadly disease.